Ancient Indian Astronomy and Cosmology
Description: This quiz covers the topic of Ancient Indian Astronomy and Cosmology. It includes questions on the beliefs, theories, and practices of ancient Indian astronomers and cosmologists. | |
Number of Questions: 15 | |
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Which ancient Indian astronomer is credited with developing the concept of the elliptical orbit of planets?
According to ancient Indian cosmology, what is the name of the central point around which the universe revolves?
Which ancient Indian text contains detailed descriptions of astronomical phenomena and theories?
Who among the following ancient Indian astronomers proposed the idea of a heliocentric model of the universe?
What is the name of the ancient Indian astronomical instrument used to measure the position of celestial bodies?
According to ancient Indian astronomy, what is the name of the constellation considered to be the abode of the gods?
Which ancient Indian astronomer is known for his contributions to the study of eclipses?
What is the name of the ancient Indian astronomical text that discusses the concept of the precession of the equinoxes?
Which ancient Indian astronomer is credited with developing the concept of the zodiac?
What is the name of the ancient Indian astronomical instrument used to measure the altitude of celestial bodies?
According to ancient Indian cosmology, what is the name of the cosmic ocean that surrounds the universe?
Which ancient Indian astronomer is known for his contributions to the study of planetary motion?
What is the name of the ancient Indian astronomical text that discusses the concept of the Earth's rotation?
Which ancient Indian astronomer is credited with developing the concept of the nine planets?
What is the name of the ancient Indian astronomical instrument used to measure the time of day?